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🌟 Welcome to the Hilltop U.S.A. 5K! 🌟
📅 Save the Date: Saturday, July 4, 2026
Join us for the longest-running race on the Hilltop and support an incredible cause.
💖 Giving Back with Every Step
Supporting Heroes: A portion of every registration benefits the American Legion Don Gentile Post 532 Honor Guard as well as every donation you make. Together, we've raised $24,227.55 and counting!
Fueling Community Spirit: Your entry fees empower the Columbus Westside Running Club (CWRC), a vibrant, free running community. Learn more about their inspiring work at www.cwrunclub.com.
🏅 Race PerksFor a $35 registration fee (through 3/31), snag a super comfy race shirt and a collector's medal celebrating the Armed Forces.
Shine in your age group or conquer the ruck race for top honors and the chance to win awards.
👟 Who Can Join?Whether you're running, walking, rucking, or cheering, your presence amplifies our cause.
Open to all: seasoned athletes and first-timers alike.
For the safety and enjoyment for our participants, we kindly ask that you leave your dog at home.
💪 Looking for an Extra Challenge?Push your limits in the Heavy "Ruck Run" Division at this year's Hilltop U.S.A. 5K—a true test of strength and endurance. Male participants must carry a 35lb+ rucksack, while female participants will carry 20lb+ rucksacks, following updated Go Ruck guidelines for a more inclusive competition.
🏆 Special awards await the top male and female finishers!
Before race day, be sure to review the essential rules and equipment guidelines to ensure you're fully prepared for this unique challenge.
🔗 Learn more and review the rules here: https://runsignup.com/Race/HilltopUSA5K/Page/Heavy
🎉 Let’s Rally Together!
We're eager to greet you at the Hilltop U.S.A. 5K on Saturday, July 4th. Your participation enriches our community and honors our heroes.
✍️ Register Now:Be a part of something bigger, and make a difference with us!
THERE IS NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION.
Jul 04, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
00:00
$35.00
Jul 04, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
08:00
$35.00
Jul 04, 2026
Distance — 5K
Type — Running
08:00
$35.00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for July in Columbus.
Learn more about the host city, Columbus.
Columbus is the capital of the American state of Ohio and is located centrally within the state as the core of the Greater Columbus area. Sited in an area where the Rust Belt, Bible Belt, Appalachia, and the Farm Belt meet, Columbus is a fusion of many different parts of America. It is the home of the Ohio State University. The combination of Ohio Government and the Ohio State University has fueled amazing growth both financially and physically in Columbus. It has created a business and research environment that has provided substantial employment opportunities to the diverse ethnic and local graduates of the Ohio State University, and other academic institutions in Columbus. The Ohio Supercomputer Center (OSC), is projected to be one of the top 50 supercomputers in the world and among the top 10 supercomputing academic centers. It also ranked number 1 on About.com's list of the United States' Most Underrated Gay Cities.
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